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Head-to-head · Metronome Apps

Metronome Beats vs PolyMetronome

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Metronome Beats #1 in Metronome Apps 9.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 5 features Try Metronome Beats
PolyMetronome #3 in Metronome Apps 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 5 features Visit PolyMetronome

Metronome Beats leads on 0 checks, PolyMetronome on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMetronome Beats · 9.4/10
  • Free planboth

Metronome Beats scores higher on our rubric for metronome apps: 9.4 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #3.

Metronome Beats is the better fit for broad, feature-rich practice across platforms. PolyMetronome is the better fit for polyrhythm and structured practice.

  • Metronome Beats fits best

    Broad, feature-rich practice across platforms

  • PolyMetronome fits best

    Polyrhythm and structured practice

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Side by side

Feature Metronome Beats 9.4/10 Visit ↗ PolyMetronome 9.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 9.1
Ranking #1 in Metronome Apps #3 in Metronome Apps
Best for Broad, feature-rich practice across platforms Polyrhythm and structured practice
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile, Desktop Cloud, Mobile, Desktop
Platforms Web, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Docs Email
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features Metronome Beats 4/5 · PolyMetronome 4/5
Tap tempo ✓ ✓
Subdivision control ✓ ✓
Custom time signatures ✓ ✓
Polyrhythm support ✓ ✓
Offline mode Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Maximum BPM 900 BPM Not checked yet
Platform coverage web, macos, ios, android web, android, ios
Our review
Pros
  • Tempo control from 1 to 900 BPM with tap tempo
  • Polyrhythm editing, custom signatures, and subdivisions up to 16 clicks
  • Web, macOS, iOS, and Android availability with free functionality
  • Two independent metronomes support polyrhythm practice.
  • Score Mode combines tempo, sections and repeat controls.
  • Free Simple Mode plus practice logs and cloud synchronization in Pro.
Cons
  • Saved presets, setlists, songs, and live mode require Pro
  • Pricing varies by platform and region
  • Listed integrations focus on Google and Apple account services
  • Advanced modes and practice tools require a Pro subscription.
  • The iOS native app is marked as coming soon.
  • Its specialized workflow may exceed basic metronome needs.
Our verdict

Metronome Beats is a metronome and speed-training app for musicians, music teachers, performers, and anyone practicing controlled timing. Its free plan includes a metronome, tap tempo, speed trainer, and drum machine. Across its web,…

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PolyMetronome is a metronome app for drummers and other musicians working on complex timing. Its Simple, Poly, Alphabet and Score modes cover straightforward timing, independent polyrhythms, subdivision practice and custom rhythmic…

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  1. Metronome BeatsMetronome Apps 9.4Free plan
  2. PolyMetronomeMetronome Apps 9.1Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Metronome Beats — where it wins

    • Tempo control from 1 to 900 BPM with tap tempo
    • Polyrhythm editing, custom signatures, and subdivisions up to 16 clicks
    • Web, macOS, iOS, and Android availability with free functionality

    Where it doesn't

    • Saved presets, setlists, songs, and live mode require Pro
    • Pricing varies by platform and region
    • Listed integrations focus on Google and Apple account services

  • PolyMetronome — where it wins

    • Two independent metronomes support polyrhythm practice.
    • Score Mode combines tempo, sections and repeat controls.
    • Free Simple Mode plus practice logs and cloud synchronization in Pro.

    Where it doesn't

    • Advanced modes and practice tools require a Pro subscription.
    • The iOS native app is marked as coming soon.
    • Its specialized workflow may exceed basic metronome needs.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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